30Synonyms found for beg

Word Origin & History

beg early 13c., perhaps from O.E. bedecian "to beg," from P.Gmc. *beth-; or possibly from Anglo-Fr. begger, from O.Fr. begart (see beggar). The O.E. word for "beg" was wædlian, from wædl "poverty." Of trained dogs, 1816. As a courteous mode of asking (beg pardon, etc.), first attested c.1600. To beg the question translates L. petitio principii, and means "to assume something that hasn't been proven as a basis of one's argument," thus "asking" one's opponent to give something unearned, though more of the nature of taking it for granted without warrant.

Example Sentences for beg

Most writers who are dedicated to the craft would beg to disagree.

But before the full effects of motion sickness set in, the subjects will typically turn away and beg for mercy.

B call your doctor and beg the receptionist for an urgent appointment.

Some foreign firms that have found themselves embroiled in seemingly endless legal wrangling may beg to disagree.

Amputees of all ages beg near refreshment and souvenir stands where tourists congregate.

Yawning demonstrating excessive fatigue is something that can be forgiven if you have the politeness to beg excuse for that.

They claim to be in trouble-a car accident, say-and beg for several million yen to be sent to a certain bank account at once.

Each was given an alms bowl with which to beg meals from the local community-their only permitted means of obtaining food.

But the thousands of people sickened by olestra over the years may beg to differ.